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Thursday, March 31, 2011

It's spring in most places and with springtime, we see a lot of beautiful furniture and home accessories inspired by floral and nature. Most of the spring- inspired furnishings and decor come in vibrant and cheery colors so it's time to spruce up your home with some gorgeous spring accents. Here are some of my recent finds. Enjoy!

Tuesday, March 29, 2011

I love lightings whether it is a classic chandelier, a modern table lamp, a vintage floor lamp, a mid century light fixture or sometimes even a kid's light night. I couldn't resist beautiful things that also serve a function. Recently, I found these whimsical night lights for kids aptly named Zzzoolight. The Zzzoolight collection was made in Italy and designed by talented designer, Ramin Razani. Each lamp is virtually unbreakable and completely safe for use in children's rooms, delivering a bright light while remaining cool to touch which makes them even more irresistible for parents' with modern aesthetics. Let's check out some of the enchanting lights below:

Aren't these night lights and wall lights super adorable? I really love them because they are fun and look like modern sculptural art for kids. My most favorite is the porcupine night light and my second favorite is the snail night light. Oh, I also love the moose sconce wall light. Which one is your favorite?

For more information on the products, please go to www.officinacrea.it.

Note: There are more Zzzoolights products online which are not found in their official website.

Disclaimer: The author of this blog did not receive any monetary payment or other compensation associated with this particular post.

Sunday, March 27, 2011

Teaming neutral toned modern sectional sofa with neutral toned artwork and built-in wall ledge with light wood chunky stools and a white shaggy rug creates a warm and chic modern living space.

Combining a pair of modern gray sofas, white modern coffee tables and an Eames molded armchair rocker, a beige rug and neutral accessories and carrying the same neutral tones with Eames side chairs to the dining area displays a chic and cohesive modern space.

Saturday, March 26, 2011

Mixing a beige streamlined sofa with two modern wood occasional chairs and two brown elegant ottomans with a pop of blue artwork on the wall creates an eclectic casual, yet understated elegance in a rustic living space.

In a space filled with high, soaring ceiling, a stone fireplace and rustic reclaimed wood beams and rails, incorporating clean lined modern furniture in a similar neutral and warm tones creates continuity and cohesiveness.

A combination of light and dark wood furniture with neutral furnishings with white horizontal wood planks lend a sense of rustic casual elegance.

Friday, March 25, 2011

And finally, the third and last installment of fascinating anatomy-inspired furniture and decor. This time featuring Ukraine born, Netherlands based, talented artist Vladi Rapaport and his work, 'The Vanitas Collection' -a collection of products inspired by the Dutch "vanitas" still life paintings from the 16th and 17th century. "The characteristic type of symbolic still life painting is the one where the symbols of emptiness, time and death were placed on the canvas as a reminder of the vanity of one's earthly life". Now, let's take a look at 'The Vanitas Collection' below.

'Skull' Chair

The 'Skull' chairs were made using wood, polyester and glass-fiber.

'Brain' Footstool

The 'Brain' footstool was made using leather and polyurethane foam.

'Something Dead' Lamp

This 'Something Dead' spine floor lamp was made using leather, steel, carbon-fiber, electricity wire and lamp.

All images via vladirapaport.nl

Now that you have seen the remarkable 'Vanitas Collection" from Vladi Rapaport, what are your thoughts on the collection? Do you find them appealing or appalling? Personally, I love the gorgeous 'Skull' chairs very much. I think they are very interesting, well-made and well-designed. Do you have a favorite, too?

For more info and details on the artist and products, please go to vladirapaport.nl.

Disclaimer: The author of this blog did not receive any monetary payment or other compensation associated with this particular post.

About The Author

Welcome to my blog. I am an Interior Decorator based in Chicagoland, Illinois. Married and a mommy to my 12 year old son. Through this blog, I will be sharing my passion for design and my inspirations with you. Occasionally, I will also be showing you my home and some of my clients' decorating projects. I am a firm believer that a beautiful home can be achieved in any budget through creativity and smart shopping. Currently, I am offering e-design (online decorating) service at an affordable rate to help you create a home that reflects you, a home that will make you smile every time you walk through the door. Hope you have fun following along. Email me at mixandchic(at)yahoo(dot)com if you have any questions. Thanks for reading!

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